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Tim Ereneta never quite followed the traditional path to science. A childhood fascination with dinosaurs eventually led ...
06/06/2026

Tim Ereneta never quite followed the traditional path to science. A childhood fascination with dinosaurs eventually led him into theater, education, and storytelling — where curiosity and imagination became tools for teaching. Discover how a would-be scientist found his calling through stories and join us when Tim comes to Storytelling Live this summer, August 25–29, for a week of imaginative journeys through fairy tales, folk tales, myths, and epics.

Read it here -> https://www.storytellingcenter.net/blog/storyteller-tim-erenetas-quest-to-expand-the-universe/

Today, alongside the The Jackson Theatre , we welcomed more than 200 campers from the Greater Kingsport Family YMCA for...
06/05/2026

Today, alongside the The Jackson Theatre , we welcomed more than 200 campers from the Greater Kingsport Family YMCA for a special performance by storyteller Liz Weir - Irish Storyteller . Taking a break from the summer heat, campers to the rolling hills and charming villages of the Irish countryside, all without leave their seats!

Thank you to the campers and counselors for spending part of your day with us!

You still have time to hear Irish tales from Weir - Irish Storyteller! She will have two more matinee performances - to...
06/05/2026

You still have time to hear Irish tales from Weir - Irish Storyteller! She will have two more matinee performances - today, Friday the 5th, and tomorrow, Saturday the 6th, at 2 pm at our theatre in Jonesborough.

Live far away or need some more time to watch? Get a virtual ticket! With a virtual ticket, you can watch her show anytime from 2 pm ET today until next Friday!

https://store.storytellingcenter.net/storytelling-live-06-02-06-06-liz-weir-230/

06/04/2026

Drum roll, please 🥁 The lineup for the 2026 National Storytelling Festival is here! We are excited to share the tellers that will be featured under the tents this fall - especially our three new voices!

See the full lineup, learn about the Story Slam, and all things Festival here https://www.storytellingcenter.net/festival/main/

Brigid and Johnny Reedy are helping keep cowboy traditions alive through music, poetry, and storytelling that feel both ...
06/02/2026

Brigid and Johnny Reedy are helping keep cowboy traditions alive through music, poetry, and storytelling that feel both timeless and deeply personal. Raised in a culture where stories and songs were part of everyday life, the sibling duo blends authentic Western traditions with their own fresh perspectives. Learn how connection — whether through a fiddle tune, a poem, or a story shared around a campfire — shapes their work, and join us as Brigid and Johnny come to Storytelling Live this summer, July 21–25.

Learn more about them here -> https://www.storytellingcenter.net/news/the-reedys-are-ready-to-bring-cowboy-culture-to-storytelling-live/

05/31/2026

This week, we are welcoming the wonderfully wise Liz Weir to Storytelling Live. Her stories come from the heart and touch the soul. A storyteller from Northern Ireland, she has gained an international reputation while telling stories on five continents and at major international events, including the Marrakech International Storytelling Festival and the Sydney International Storytelling Conference. In 2019, Liz was awarded an MBE (Member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire) for her services to the arts and education.

Don't miss her this week in Jonesborough!

https://store.storytellingcenter.net/storytelling-live-06-02-06-06-liz-weir-230/1

From opposite sides of the world comes a musical collaboration built on unexpected connections. From China to Appalachia...
05/29/2026

From opposite sides of the world comes a musical collaboration built on unexpected connections. From China to Appalachia blends Appalachian traditions with Chinese musical influences, creating a sound unlike anything else. Discover how a simple jam session sparked a cross-cultural journey of music, storytelling, and surprising similarities that continue to bring people together.

ISC is proud to partner with the Jackson Theatre to host From China to Appalachia on June 6 for an unforgettable evening celebrating the power of stories and music across cultures.

Learn more about From China to Appalachia here https://www.storytellingcenter.net/news/from-china-to-appalachia-a-culture-combo-set-for-jonesboroughs-jackson-theatre/

05/28/2026

🦕Summer reading kicks off next week at the Gray Library! All ages can drop in from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. on Monday, June 1st to explore crafts and activities with our summer reading partners! Storyteller, Liz Weir, will join us from the International Storytelling Center and the Johnson City Symphony Orchestra will play music from your favorite dino films! The Scoop will provide free ice cream while supplies last! We can't wait to show you all the different ways you can "Unearth a Story" this summer!

05/24/2026

This week, we are welcoming Josh Goforth to Storytelling Live!

Josh grew up in Madison County, North Carolina, surrounded by the music and stories of his ancestors. He is a highly accomplished storyteller and old-time, bluegrass, and swing musician playing close to 20 instruments. His fiddling was featured in the movie Songcatcher, both onscreen and on the soundtrack.

This clip is from the 2020 Virtual National Storytelling Festival, where he performed with his friend and mentor David Holt. The song, Cotton Eye Joe, is from Byard Ray, a Western North Carolina bluegrass legend.

You can see Josh this week with five matinee performances, Tuesday through Saturday at 2 pm, an evening concert Thursday at 7:30 pm, or you can get a virtual ticket!

https://www.storytellingcenter.net/storytelling-live-lineup/

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